Styx - The Best Of Times (Official Video)

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  • Опубликовано: 22 дек 2024

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  • @rebeccawagner4167
    @rebeccawagner4167 8 месяцев назад +55

    Styx music never gets old hearing. They were an amazing group. I wish they were still playing together.

    • @Jerkbeefrow
      @Jerkbeefrow 8 месяцев назад +3

      Hell Yeah 😮😮Those cheeseburger NIGHTS😅😅😅😊😊😊😂😂

    • @jeffreynichols9336
      @jeffreynichols9336 2 месяца назад +3

      Still are amazing, I saw them last night. They still bring it.

    • @JeremyTurpen-s7h
      @JeremyTurpen-s7h Месяц назад

      @@jeffreynichols9336 Still missing Dennis though

  • @Curtfj
    @Curtfj Год назад +302

    He was absolutely right... Those were the best of times....

    • @RoadTripzz14
      @RoadTripzz14 8 месяцев назад +3

      Well. Not really. There was a recession, high unemployment, an intractable inflation problem that continued for years, and a general feeling of malaise and decline in America. That is what the song is addressing. Along with Dennis DeYoungs’ longstanding marriage. So nostalgia is a disguise and THESE are the best of times

    • @bobmunro9104
      @bobmunro9104 8 месяцев назад +5

      ​@@RoadTripzz14Well said. I'm 67. I love the past, including music, movies, sports, and people. But damn, I'm also thrilled about the present, and I look so forward to what the future has in store. Try to enjoy. It's a fabulous world. Go to a club, listen, dance if you want. You're not too old. Act like it.

    • @bobby-gs9wn
      @bobby-gs9wn 8 месяцев назад

      Absolutely!

    • @bobby-gs9wn
      @bobby-gs9wn 8 месяцев назад +2

      @@RoadTripzz14have you not looked where we are right now in the world?

    • @carolinelacourse6888
      @carolinelacourse6888 8 месяцев назад

      Absolutely 💯 😊

  • @mtull6309
    @mtull6309 2 года назад +247

    To everyone under 40, unless this world changes, right now is YOUR best of times. My generation had the 70's & 80's. Our music and love(s) and our cars were all that was good. At the time WE thought life sucked !! How wrong WE were! Looking back they were AMAZING! You younger people liking those times didn't live it. Sooo, enjoy your youth and live life to the fullest while you can, because Old Man Time sneaks up on you faster than you would like!

    • @blacknoir5932
      @blacknoir5932 Год назад +4

      How true.

    • @kidvicious2227
      @kidvicious2227 Год назад +1

      1973 here

    • @kevinpetre586
      @kevinpetre586 Год назад +5

      1967. I've lived it all. Military included. 80s and 90s were bitchin. My Chevelles and Chevy IIs were awesome as well.

    • @susanrobinson7550
      @susanrobinson7550 Год назад +7

      I was there for the 70s and 80s rocking it
      I would never change anything about it.

    • @JosephFlamm-c3j
      @JosephFlamm-c3j 9 месяцев назад +3

      Boy ain't that right!

  • @theresajames5135
    @theresajames5135 4 месяца назад +206

    Can't believe Styx isn't in the rock in roll hall of fame yet, such a talented band. Whoever thinks Styx should be inducted into the rock n roll hall of fame, like this comment

    • @carsonbeasley9223
      @carsonbeasley9223 3 месяца назад

      Eh styx is good don't get me wrong, but I'm rooting for ozzy. Like THIS comment if you think he should be inducted into rock n roll hall of fame.

    • @corytrevorson1411
      @corytrevorson1411 3 месяца назад +7

      I can.
      The hall sucks!

    • @mikeimpressionsreviews
      @mikeimpressionsreviews 3 месяца назад +3

      @@carsonbeasley9223ozzy is getting in

    • @mikeimpressionsreviews
      @mikeimpressionsreviews 3 месяца назад +3

      Styx and Jethro Tull are some of the biggest sore spots missing in the hall of fame, amongst others

    • @yldrthedevourer7692
      @yldrthedevourer7692 2 месяца назад +2

      WHAT!!! I can't believe what I just read! Styx, of all bands, still not in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame?! I first fell in love with Styx after hearing "Mr. Roboto" in 1983 at 11; now 52, marveling at how deep the music scene has gone to hell these days!

  • @davidsymonds7730
    @davidsymonds7730 Год назад +158

    There will never be another band like Styx. They will always be special. Incredibly talented .

  • @drewroozeboom9855
    @drewroozeboom9855 Год назад +113

    My mother would sing this song to me when I was a child to help me sleep. Something I will never forget, love you mom I'll never forget you ❤

  • @sammundy5790
    @sammundy5790 3 года назад +20

    The line about people locked inside ,end of paradise, me and my wife cried, she was dying of an internal ailment,, Covid was all around, but we had the best of times. RIP Karen

  • @marcdb1412
    @marcdb1412 Месяц назад +6

    The Greatest, the Original Styx, the only one Styx. Thank you

  • @davidharrell5396
    @davidharrell5396 Год назад +190

    “I wish this summer wind could bring back paradise…” This line brings out a longing in my heart for days gone forever.
    I’m 54 now and I can honestly say that 1985-1995 probably were the best of times, at least for one old man in East Tennessee.

    • @user-bd5md5cm2j
      @user-bd5md5cm2j Год назад +8

      Diddo!!! Best music, best times without the stupid Internet

    • @brittmoody4610
      @brittmoody4610 Год назад +4

      ur CORRECT!

    • @LadyMjolnir
      @LadyMjolnir Год назад +5

    • @mikejohn0088
      @mikejohn0088 Год назад +5

      I'm 77 pal...this week and the mid 60s....the summer of 66 knocked me down.
      I had it all....ALL while my friends went to hell across the pond to be sacrificed. WHY?
      If you don't know you are very, very slow.

    • @srincident
      @srincident Год назад +9

      This ole Kentucky boy couldn't agree more with his Tennessee neighbor. Cheers to you, brother.

  • @frederickmcdougall3734
    @frederickmcdougall3734 2 года назад +297

    "Our memories of yesterday will last a lifetime..." God I love that part.

    • @apfelprincess45
      @apfelprincess45 2 года назад +17

      My fav " I wish the Summer winds would bring back Paradise"

    • @donnagillett1000
      @donnagillett1000 Год назад +1

      ❤️

    • @pandalilpig
      @pandalilpig 11 месяцев назад

      best styx song. hey check out my improv channel. ok bye for now

    • @tommymelendez-on5bj
      @tommymelendez-on5bj 3 месяца назад +2

      I’ll take any risk to tie back the hands of time…. Priceless

  • @eddieBoxer
    @eddieBoxer Год назад +181

    Tears flowing down, I'm 68 Years old, always remember the best of times in life.

    • @jbmorgan57
      @jbmorgan57 Год назад +11

      I'm with you brother. ❤️

    • @markchapman7326
      @markchapman7326 Год назад +9

      62 I'm in the same boat

    • @abellustgarten4002
      @abellustgarten4002 Год назад +7

      You just made some tears flow off my eyes sir

    • @mikejohn0088
      @mikejohn0088 Год назад +6

      It's strange that some songs take your heart while others try to take your soul.

    • @paultreadaway102
      @paultreadaway102 Год назад +3

      Emotions what we feeling the last few years i could harp on endless list about the 80s what it meant a different World the world was alive whoever got to see it The Best Of Times the 80s another dimension portal league scale class planet the 80s i would go in a heartbeat or my spirit guide me and never want to leave and the 80s can go on forever that be a wish dream fantasy fairytale cause bein a kid was best toys cartoons food entertainment we only had 2channels VCR, Video Games etc etc

  • @TebowTheNextKilmer
    @TebowTheNextKilmer 5 лет назад +744

    DDY is often forgotten as one of the great rock voices of his era. People recall Perry, Gramm, Bowie, Cronin, and Mercury but DeYoung belongs among those greats.

    • @SilverMoonJoe
      @SilverMoonJoe 5 лет назад +11

      Amen!!!

    • @rawnbadillo9886
      @rawnbadillo9886 5 лет назад +33

      I totally agree. He has a better voice than all those you mentioned though Perry is very close behind. Only Russell Hitchcock from Air Supply can match de Young.

    • @peteryu4692
      @peteryu4692 5 лет назад +16

      Trust me he is NOT often forgotten...

    • @extramile150
      @extramile150 5 лет назад +3

      yes

    • @MonsterMetalManiac
      @MonsterMetalManiac 5 лет назад +18

      No. I put Steve Perry ahead of Dennis. After all, his nickname is “The Voice”. Lol.

  • @johnwilson7507
    @johnwilson7507 8 месяцев назад +92

    STYX is timeless. I have been listening to them for 40 years.

  • @carolyndetemple
    @carolyndetemple 3 месяца назад +56

    1981 was the Best of Times ❤

    • @shaunwier8532
      @shaunwier8532 Месяц назад +3

      Definitely 😊

    • @u.hinson6300
      @u.hinson6300 Месяц назад +3

      Sure was. Great time hi be alive

    • @robertabrown3239
      @robertabrown3239 Месяц назад +2

      The song seems to confirm that the best of times are really when people love one another and appreciate that Love.

    • @bobbyjames4300
      @bobbyjames4300 23 дня назад +1

      You’re absolutely right…😊

  • @KillrMillr7
    @KillrMillr7 3 года назад +245

    Tommy Shaw is so underrated, with his fantastic lead guitar, vocal harmony. Loved these guys from the very beginning.

    • @taylorambrose7660
      @taylorambrose7660 3 года назад +10

      be sure to see Tommy Shaw doing his music with KIDS and orchestras here on YT. that is the way Styx was in its original appeal to the same age-group too many years ago....

    • @tsitracommunications2884
      @tsitracommunications2884 3 года назад +7

      And james young, the george harrison of styx, particularry since he only does 1 or 2 tunes per album

    • @marcelobaez6115
      @marcelobaez6115 3 года назад +4

      @@tsitracommunications2884 James is almost as good as Tommy. He could perfectly be a lead guitar in any band, but here he has Tommy ahead

    • @tsitracommunications2884
      @tsitracommunications2884 3 года назад +2

      @@marcelobaez6115 that he is as good as tommy

    • @Sr.DeathKnight
      @Sr.DeathKnight 3 года назад +7

      Styx has an uncommon voice effect: they collectively form a voice as if it was a synthesized one. I don't understand how they do that, but it seems to me that it's mainly the voices of J.Y. and Shaw in falsetto. I have seen that same effect only in Queen and ELO. Does anybody know if that effect has a name?

  • @maciii4414
    @maciii4414 6 месяцев назад +37

    Just got home from watching Styx, Foreigner, and John Waite. Took me back to a simpler time in my life 🙌

    • @paultreadaway102
      @paultreadaway102 3 месяца назад +2

      U forgot Asia,Air Supply, Journey and Reo Speedwagon in the same realm and many others

    • @danielcaldarale8043
      @danielcaldarale8043 3 месяца назад +2

      Sounds almost like the Camden NJ show I just saw on July 28th. It was my first ever concert at 61 years old, and I really enjoyed it. I agree, it took me back to a simpler time in my life as well. I was there with a friend who was visiting from Florida, and she was wearing a Styx Tampa 1993 shirt, which was pretty unique there. I also agree with some of the Dennis Deyoung comments. It is very unfortunate they're not all together, and it's basically ego driven. They need to put that crap aside for the fans and get together in a good tour! All in all, it was a really good time!

  • @tracym5368
    @tracym5368 2 года назад +6

    How could anyone say that2020 was the best of times!!!!!!!

  • @JosephDungee
    @JosephDungee Год назад +8

    Dennis DeYoung used Suspended Chords SOO Much in his Songs. 1. Lady 2. Babe I Love and 3. Best of Times all have that same Bass and Suspended Chords

  • @JaxonSmithers
    @JaxonSmithers 10 месяцев назад +153

    The best of times were growing up with Styx in the 70s and 80s 🔥

  • @donnagillett1000
    @donnagillett1000 Год назад +105

    Who ever would have thought this song would have such meaning today ❤

    • @paultreadaway102
      @paultreadaway102 Год назад +1

      Yes meaning don't mention Words to Key Largo we had it all too Turn Back The Clock list can go on just a few Songs in the 80s and many many more mean something

    • @colemanhigley747
      @colemanhigley747 8 месяцев назад +1

      Me.

  • @seanstrawn2805
    @seanstrawn2805 Год назад +39

    They don't make em like this anymore. You won't find any music like this in 2023. God I miss the 80's!!!

  • @in2livinit
    @in2livinit 6 месяцев назад +51

    The Tommy Shaw band is not Styx without Dennis. The biggest fans miss you Buddy 🎹 🎤🎶✌️❤️

    • @HighCountryRambler
      @HighCountryRambler 4 месяца назад +1

      Very true. Both extremely talented, together, unstoppable. Not the same.

    • @AngelOfDeath420
      @AngelOfDeath420 3 месяца назад +1

      Makes me sad I booed them when they opened for Def Leppard

    • @in2livinit
      @in2livinit 3 месяца назад

      @@AngelOfDeath420 I basically boo Shaw and JY. The other 3 are talented musicians and not the ones selfishly depriving the fans of a farewell tour with Dennis. They say "The fans are what is what's most important" but it's BS. Obviously their Egos are, or they'd do it one last time for the fans. TS says he's "over it and has let go of his grudges". Well, Styx with DDY fans say "Prove it" or it's just PR lip service.

    • @jamestobon3941
      @jamestobon3941 3 месяца назад

      Denis is awesome but Larry Gowan killed it too!!! Saw them with REO Speedwagon and Loverboy a few years ago. One of the best concerts ever!!!!!!!

  • @suedoiron6321
    @suedoiron6321 Год назад +268

    2023, and this beautiful melody is still so authentic and applies to our todays sorry assed world. Thank you Styx ❤️ We love you 🇨🇦

  • @Fresh-tw7ev
    @Fresh-tw7ev 4 года назад +195

    Someone please. Get these guys inducted into the Rock and Roll 🎸 Hall of Fame.

    • @janicewhite2033
      @janicewhite2033 2 года назад +3

      For sure the music and lyrics they made was unique and one.of a k8nd!kind! They are so deserving of being inducted in. The hall of fame for sure I so agree with you hey.whoever agrees could you write a comment?

    • @marshalbaek5580
      @marshalbaek5580 2 года назад +8

      They should have been in a long time ago. Something personal is my guess.

    • @74Voyeur
      @74Voyeur 2 года назад +4

      The RRHOF has a backlog of artists deserving that honour.

    • @Terrysoddy
      @Terrysoddy 2 года назад +13

      Man I did not know they weren’t in the rock and roll hall of fame. That’s crazy

    • @colinabrams9546
      @colinabrams9546 2 года назад +4

      A band who’s lyrics mean so much to so many. More now than ever

  • @michaelangelo9024
    @michaelangelo9024 3 года назад +128

    DeYoung has no loss of vocal chords. What a beautiful voice. He's right there with the greatest ever. No doubt about it.

    • @БобурХаитов-д8ю
      @БобурХаитов-д8ю 2 года назад +1

      💯😘😘😘

    • @catholicdad
      @catholicdad 2 года назад

      Classically trained. He tends to sing on the flat side & on long tones doesn't correct. I can buy that--good voice, hard parts--lotta jumps in this song--all well handled

    • @catholicdad
      @catholicdad 2 года назад +1

      @@БобурХаитов-д8ю Dobro Bobur Khaitov

    • @denisehamilton5970
      @denisehamilton5970 2 года назад +1

      @@catholicdad amazing they didn’t have auto tune like performers have now…. The bands from this era sound as good in concert as they do on vinyl. No one from the 90’s on can wear that badge. ❤

    • @catholicdad
      @catholicdad 2 года назад +1

      @@denisehamilton5970 Amen sister! Preach!

  • @joseolmos8275
    @joseolmos8275 Год назад +26

    Oh Mr. Dennis De Young!!! You were so right those were the best of times.!!!!!

  • @calfolk7381
    @calfolk7381 4 года назад +177

    All these years later I still get goosebumps and sad during the bridge. “Our memories of yesterday will last a lifetime, we’ll take the best, forget the rest, and someday we’ll find these are the best of times”.

    • @lorettaarzaga4172
      @lorettaarzaga4172 3 года назад +6

      Years later..those lyrics ring so true. Those were the best of times 🙂😖🙂

    • @kwclove7623
      @kwclove7623 2 года назад +3

      I get goosebumps hearing the opening...

    • @janicewhite2033
      @janicewhite2033 2 года назад

      @@lorettaarzaga4172
      1aq

    • @MNTayler
      @MNTayler Год назад +1

      so sad that that concept is so ignored in today's hypersensitive media. I do believe that is a huge part of societies issues today. I LOVE STYX!

  • @mdmj1000
    @mdmj1000 2 года назад +310

    Fantastic. Absolutely just as good as it has ever been.
    When we grew up in the 80s, we never thought the 80s would be anything special - looking back now it definitely was the best of times. I feel sorry for kids today, they missed the best decade ever.

    • @tstricklin4808
      @tstricklin4808 2 года назад +10

      Agreed 💯, it's a shame whare we allowed the planet to become

    • @katwil89
      @katwil89 2 года назад +18

      I was in my 20's in the 80's and I feel like I knew how special it was. I'm glad I appreciated it, because it was the best decade by far.

    • @bekl0r
      @bekl0r 2 года назад +3

      the 80s had good moments, but styx wasnt one of them. but im not gonna talk my head off here.

    • @Keith-xc9wf
      @Keith-xc9wf 2 года назад +7

      1983 grad YAY! Awesome times!

    • @ericzander8431
      @ericzander8431 2 года назад +1

      I was born in ‘79 - so please forgive my opinion that most ’80’s rock is synth heavy trash. Tommy Shaw and James Young are very competent rock guitarists that I will always respect immensely, however.

  • @teresarose2824
    @teresarose2824 4 месяца назад +8

    How can these guys not be in the hall of fame?? Are you kidding me!

  • @lukeswall5999
    @lukeswall5999 5 лет назад +697

    Dennis DeYoung: one of the greatest voices of all time.

    • @hanson2205
      @hanson2205 4 года назад +11

      Yes Luke .... for sure .... he is awesome

    • @donnamariedavidson5065
      @donnamariedavidson5065 4 года назад +11

      I absolutely agree!

    • @joseoscarazevedolopes
      @joseoscarazevedolopes 4 года назад +3

      concordo plenamente!

    • @FOOJFOOJIYAMA
      @FOOJFOOJIYAMA 4 года назад +4

      Steve perry is overrated. DDY is the GOAT!

    • @michaelfrazia4569
      @michaelfrazia4569 4 года назад +14

      Still has kept the voice intact...alot of singers from that era have lost their pipes. Dennis still sounds amazing

  • @rlazo7925
    @rlazo7925 7 лет назад +330

    THIS is the band Styx that I will always remember, making this amazing beautiful music and with all the original members

    • @rpmangin
      @rpmangin 5 лет назад +9

      Tommy Shaw was not one of Styx's original members.

    • @MichaelBradley1967
      @MichaelBradley1967 5 лет назад +9

      @FIREMEDIC 2717 If you're gonna make a statement like "all the original members", at least be right or expect correction. John Curulewski was the original guitarist alongside JY.

    • @brianmayabella5992
      @brianmayabella5992 5 лет назад +2

      @@rpmangin creative differences separates them and most of their hit songs were written by Dennis deyoung

    • @meesau2112
      @meesau2112 5 лет назад +1

      @@MichaelBradley1967 agree 100 percent

    • @brianr4214
      @brianr4214 5 лет назад +5

      Yes SIR , this is STYX ... this was the best of times for us and them .

  • @craigdeandean4036
    @craigdeandean4036 Год назад +14

    I surely wish they would get back together for just one show they have never been the same without Dennis!

  • @rungarundaokrajai437
    @rungarundaokrajai437 4 года назад +171

    One of the most beautiful rock ballad of all times.

    • @Fran-h2v
      @Fran-h2v 8 месяцев назад

      Local city magazine had a feature article 50 best rock songs of all time where a band could only have 1 of their songs on the list anyway Styx made the list with the song too muchvtimr hands i think voters missed the boat there wow what a timeless amazing song right here from Illinois band

  • @StonesAndSand
    @StonesAndSand 4 года назад +121

    No tats, no piercings, no weird hair or crazy-assed stage antics. Just pure talent, plain and simple. Yes, I was there and I breathed it, lived it loved every minute of it. I wish this summer wind could bring paradise.

    • @philliplandry4139
      @philliplandry4139 Год назад +9

      That's what love about Styx. They were just a band to perform the way it is and they still impress the audience.

    • @greenAbbot
      @greenAbbot Год назад +9

      Laughing at you saying “no weird hair” after watching that video.

    • @luciadelia2105
      @luciadelia2105 Год назад +1

      @@greenAbbot No background singers either. They’re excellent 3-part harmonizing leaves no need. 💕 P.S. I saw their Grand Illusion 1978 tour concert in NY and their 1981 Paradise tour concert in NY. I am 2 years younger than Dennis and I still have a crush on him! And I still love the Styx of years ago before Tommy quit the band.

    • @Duke_of_Prunes
      @Duke_of_Prunes Год назад +1

      ​@@greenAbbot😂 exact reaction on the hair -- he has the same hair as the lead singer from Greta Van Fleet 😂

    • @melodinaljumamil6639
      @melodinaljumamil6639 Год назад

      ​@@luciadelia2105😅

  • @MegaEvey
    @MegaEvey 9 месяцев назад +37

    The best Of Time 80's ❤

  • @LizPSCastallare
    @LizPSCastallare 4 года назад +1675

    "When people lock their doors and hide inside, rumor has it it's the end of paradise."
    Still relevant 40 years later. Thanks, Styx.

    • @MBeczkowski
      @MBeczkowski 4 года назад +31

      Yeah---I thought of that as well.

    • @dannysinbox
      @dannysinbox 4 года назад +38

      Thought of this song as well, and also thought how this song is ultimately optimistic. This too shall pass!!!!!! "When I'm alone with you, everything's alright"

    • @michaelaguirre8255
      @michaelaguirre8255 4 года назад +32

      Me too. Stupid Coronavirus. 😞

    • @hustledude
      @hustledude 4 года назад +47

      Before corona, we really were in the best of times and most of us never knew it.

    • @thomasb.smithjr.8401
      @thomasb.smithjr.8401 4 года назад +18

      Someone in Paris, Rome or London should sing this one from those balcony concerts that are quite popular now

  • @nildataguilas1174
    @nildataguilas1174 Год назад +29

    60's,70', 80's are still the Best songs and groups of All Time and will remain as the Best in Memory and Heart.

  • @jerelnewton2894
    @jerelnewton2894 Год назад +14

    I was born in 81... 80s n 90s we're unbelievable.. greatest music, movies, tv shows , cartoons.. I even dream I'm in the 80s most nights

  • @ttocselbag5054
    @ttocselbag5054 Год назад +32

    I so remember this anthem as a “coming of age” young adult circa 1981. I can’t listen without a lump in my throat, and a dull ache in my chest for that most wonderful time of my life!!! ❤️🙏❤️

    • @lisabirkel3196
      @lisabirkel3196 Месяц назад +1

      This makes the song makes me tear up I wish they were in the rock and roll Hall of Fame😊

  • @IamJaneS
    @IamJaneS 2 года назад +177

    I never get sick of hearing this song. An absolute classic.

    • @tommyshaw4050
      @tommyshaw4050 2 года назад +3

      Hello, how are you doing? It’s nice seeing you here.

    • @IamJaneS
      @IamJaneS 2 года назад +3

      @@tommyshaw4050 Thank you! I'm doing very well here in Australia. We are coming out of winter now, which I spent a lot of time listening to classics I loved as a kid, including this song. As a teen in the early 80's, my go to request on the radio was Babe. I think they got sick of me calling!!!

    • @tommyshaw4050
      @tommyshaw4050 2 года назад +4

      Well I know you must be surprised to receive a message from me right?

    • @pandalilpig
      @pandalilpig 11 месяцев назад

      best styx song. hey check out my improv channel. ok bye for now

  • @drewrosecrans9728
    @drewrosecrans9728 9 месяцев назад +88

    Who's watching in 2024! This real. Music real musicianship 💯 vs the crap today OMG 😳 man this takes me back to 8th grade 1981 our theme song for our school year was this song the best of times for sure 💯💯 nothing can touch our music 🎶🎶🎶🎤 gen x baby 🎸🎸

  • @CountryMusicPlaylist3638
    @CountryMusicPlaylist3638 7 месяцев назад +15

    I believe that somewhere in the world, there are people who feel the same emotions that I feel when I listen to masterpieces like this song.

  • @ladysaki8816
    @ladysaki8816 4 года назад +390

    Here I am again saying the same thing and feelings like a teenager. I’m 52 now. Makes me feel like a teenager still

    • @jamesbon1
      @jamesbon1 4 года назад +6

      53 here. I hear ya. Here he is today: ruclips.net/video/vVzx-VO0RpI/видео.html

    • @steveshetter1323
      @steveshetter1323 4 года назад +6

      Great song from great times!

    • @tonymason6686
      @tonymason6686 4 года назад +5

      52 checking in. Same.

    • @jonasmauritzson872
      @jonasmauritzson872 4 года назад +5

      58

    • @smar1968
      @smar1968 4 года назад +6

      51.99 yrs here, I remember older kids jamming back of bus to this

  • @photoshoott2022
    @photoshoott2022 Год назад +18

    I have to admit, it was, the Pieces of Eight, my first concert in US. My first concert in my life and my first group that I ever saw live, in concert. What a show it was. Everything smelled like cannabis, we were young and full of life and had so much fun at the concert. No, I didn't try anything that night, but enjoyed the show, the lights and the music. What an incredible time it was, the 80s, the music and the crowd, all having fun and enjoying music together for the first time and yes, I bought my first Rock tshirt. What an amazing experience and memories.

  • @geraldhartley
    @geraldhartley 2 месяца назад +2

    Dennis DeYoung is the heart and soul of STYX. They are an empty shell without him.

  • @haroldmadden887
    @haroldmadden887 4 года назад +15

    Tommy Shaw’s guitar solo at 2:11 is amazing. Love Styx and Dennis unique voice.

    • @budiwidjaja2478
      @budiwidjaja2478 3 года назад +1

      true, they are both very talented, I just hope they will reunite for 1 very very last time for the sake of us ( the fans) , and sing this song at the very last as bonus song.

  • @kenross9026
    @kenross9026 6 месяцев назад +7

    What an amazing talent rich band. Good times back then. Life's short. Thanks for the memories and thank you Jesus for loving me.

  • @davidgrosky9569
    @davidgrosky9569 3 месяца назад +5

    Has there ever been a better voice than Dennis? Incredible

  • @drewrosecrans9728
    @drewrosecrans9728 2 месяца назад +10

    1981 im 14 years old and they really were the best of times 💯 1981!!!

    • @RonGehret-ex8pv
      @RonGehret-ex8pv 2 месяца назад +2

      @@drewrosecrans9728 me same age then 14 years old

    • @alonzodavila6233
      @alonzodavila6233 Месяц назад +1

      I was 15 in 81 and this GEM has been a favorite of mine ever since. 👍 criminally underrated song.

    • @ebonpaladin
      @ebonpaladin 10 дней назад

      I was 8, but I recall being happy despite family turmoil (divorce) - life seemed to have so much promise back then.

  • @danielperry3807
    @danielperry3807 5 лет назад +27

    This is Australia 2019, i am 56 years of age and i remember when one of my first girlfriends and were together this song was playing and it was a very exciting time in our lives, because it was of our first love, and the music was fantastic and this was the music that made our love even more comportment in these days.I still listen to music of this era, and it does not really matter from which country you are from this song is very important to you youth and be proud of it.

  • @glenrosarian2352
    @glenrosarian2352 Год назад +39

    A classic rock ballad from a classic rock band from an epic era of phenomenally great music. One of their very best. Some of you might even say their very best .

  • @evangelineallon8981
    @evangelineallon8981 Год назад +14

    Yes, absolutely 70' n 80's songs are more beautiful 😃💕

    • @MarksArk2
      @MarksArk2 Месяц назад

      Agreed. I was in the Navy from 1975 to 1983 and experienced a lot of different music.😊

  • @dougtroklus8552
    @dougtroklus8552 4 года назад +260

    This is the Theme song for 2020 for me personally.. incredible song!

    • @dougtroklus8552
      @dougtroklus8552 4 года назад +21

      Gunsandrosalina Padtwo
      Listen to the song, it’s about making the Best out of the Worst of times. And keep your politics away from me

    • @mortimerbrewster3671
      @mortimerbrewster3671 4 года назад

      I had watched a mini-series for A Tale of Two Cities and read the book just before or after hearing this song for the first time and I always associated it with the French Revolution and thought of that show, which sucked because I love the song but couldn't stop myself from associating it with decapitations (It was the Best of Times; it was the worst of times). Almost 40 years later I have something more current to associate it with -- and not as bloody.

    • @titus9582
      @titus9582 4 года назад

      @Gunsandrosalina Padtwo I bet you are a delight to know.

    • @joshfreeman8426
      @joshfreeman8426 4 года назад

      Gunsandrosalina Padtwo 40 degrees in mid April, “cLImaTe ChAngE”

    • @MelodyChase
      @MelodyChase 4 года назад +5

      Such a timeless song! Very unsettling how predictive it is, but an overall BEAUTIFUL message. This whole lockdown thing will either bring our spirits down, or help us become stronger than ever. If you care to watch, I made a video about that... and a group of (sticks) make a fun appearance. 😄
      Peace, everybody!!✌💓
      ruclips.net/video/kAcfYTvVtzo/видео.html

  • @garysneed124
    @garysneed124 2 месяца назад +4

    Leslie here..10/14/24..still rocking out with Styx and I’m never gonna stop.
    Rock the hell on y’all.🎶🤘🏼🎸🔥✌🏼💋

  • @kristenstudebaker814
    @kristenstudebaker814 2 года назад +19

    So relevant for today, loved them back in the day. As a new Catholic convert, this takes on a whole new meaning for me personally. Look to eternity, look for that love of Christ for eternity. Nothing better!

  • @WILDMunchkin
    @WILDMunchkin 4 года назад +7

    Wow, I never knew the opening 0:35 Was actually wih you tonight, with you tonight. I just thought it was keyboards. Thank you for posting and sharing!

  • @Rick-q5j
    @Rick-q5j 25 дней назад +2

    Yes!!! This is where it's at!!! I'm a huge throw back!!! Today's music really sucks!!!

  • @richarddelasernaendoy3725
    @richarddelasernaendoy3725 3 года назад +38

    The backing vocals of this song are amazing. The best of times.

  • @mchavez219
    @mchavez219 4 года назад +370

    This song brings back fond memories of the best times of my life!! The 70's to mid 80's,The world was much better back then, and people were much friendlier, and music was way more fun and peaceful. Not Violent, and degrading like nowadays, I really, really wish I could go back to those days, I miss them so, Great Memories.

    • @bondmood
      @bondmood 4 года назад +6

      michael chavez What scares me is: 20 years from now will we/people be saying that about THESE times now? Flash ahead to 2040..."wow, I really miss the good old days of 2020".
      Okay, I'm just a glass-half-empty person I guess. I totally agree with your comment. :)

    • @puppylovera
      @puppylovera 4 года назад +2

      I wish I was during them

    • @CriscosCountrylife
      @CriscosCountrylife 4 года назад +2

      👍💯

    • @motropolit
      @motropolit 4 года назад +11

      Yep I was there living every bit of it .. the 80s were the best time .. you could to literally what ever you wanted great musicians.. fantastic ladies.. 😍 .. work was easy .. the party’s where full of fun .. nothing was rally complicated

    • @MrBiglog66
      @MrBiglog66 4 года назад +16

      Couldn't have said it better myself. THOSE were the best of times 1976-1986

  • @sarchisi
    @sarchisi Год назад +13

    What a great vocalist and songwriter. His vocal vibrato is very smooth and natural.

  • @jayscheick7408
    @jayscheick7408 4 года назад +336

    Anyone wanna vote for this to be the 2020 rally song?

    • @mylord4194
      @mylord4194 4 года назад +7

      Let's vote! I vote yes!

    • @randyriegert4788
      @randyriegert4788 4 года назад +6

      Some of the best music

    • @amandawhisnant622
      @amandawhisnant622 4 года назад +1

      Hmmm..ive been listening to the abc Monday night football classic theme to get me motivated...

    • @mustangpassurchevy
      @mustangpassurchevy 4 года назад +10

      @paul sticks World wide it's estimated 125,000 babies are murdered everyday. I'm sure Many who had abortions are the same people who call you a murderer for going outside without a mask.. Priorities right.. But of course, that's Your choice! I'd say, Quite a few hypocrites. But, Maybe it's just a well deserved Judgement.

    • @m_christine1070
      @m_christine1070 4 года назад +1

      I vote Yes!!!

  • @chillimocha
    @chillimocha 3 года назад +81

    I’ll never get sick of listening to this song. Styx would have to be one of the most under rated groups.

    • @Sr.DeathKnight
      @Sr.DeathKnight 3 года назад +2

      True, and this song is maybe Styx's most underrated one.

    • @williamkimmerly4012
      @williamkimmerly4012 2 года назад

      Without a doubt you are correct

    • @MNTayler
      @MNTayler Год назад +1

      they are no t underrated in my world!

  • @jaggernaut100980
    @jaggernaut100980 12 дней назад +10

    Who's here now December 2024.. everyone?

  • @mariosirius
    @mariosirius 4 года назад +14

    Covid Song...
    39 years later
    Dennis DeYoung was one of the biggest musical genius of the XX Century along with Lennon, Lynne, Dylan and few more...
    I REALLY wish the summer winds will bring back paradise to our lives, these are the worst of times, a "no-life" condition
    ps I Love Styx

  • @ck4942
    @ck4942 4 года назад +41

    So relevant today!!!! Enjoy your family!! Take advantage of this time to grow closer to your kids and rekindle your friendship with the love of your life!

  • @marioborgo4520
    @marioborgo4520 4 года назад +155

    I am rollerskating as a 7 year old to this and Reo Speedwagon and Donna Summer. Best of times!

  • @skooby_doobie_doonkann3334
    @skooby_doobie_doonkann3334 4 года назад +64

    Good lord, he's got such an awesome vibrato. This is great stuff. Styx is a great band and there's a reason they've stood the test of time

  • @cathyhardy6563
    @cathyhardy6563 Год назад +6

    I grew up listening to Styx and loved Dennis DeYoung's and Tommy Shaw's vocals, as well as JY's. The whole group had such harmony. I didn't forget the Panozzo Brothers!

  • @miggrodriguez9996
    @miggrodriguez9996 4 года назад +8

    This was STYX at it's best of times. At the apex of their collaborations, the best line-up of musicians that sang to me on my younger years (I'll be 60 in three months), Dennis DeYoung, Tommy Shaw, the Panozzo brothers John and Chuck and James Young. This song brings some of the best memories I've ever had.The best of music to soothe the anguish and pains of the worst of times we're living today. God bless us all!

  • @jimg.708
    @jimg.708 5 лет назад +13

    RIP John Panozzo - remembered, never forgotten.
    Styx for Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame 2020 class...

  • @Guldhammer_DK
    @Guldhammer_DK 2 года назад +38

    This is absolutely phenomenal music and lyrics and vocals - a fantastic band with an important message!

  • @astoriaqueens6372
    @astoriaqueens6372 3 года назад +102

    I just discovered this song 2 days ago and I can’t stop listening to it. I must have played 50 times already and it’s still crack to my ears

    • @LauRa-re9un
      @LauRa-re9un 2 года назад +7

      Happened to me in the 80´s, so I understand you!

    • @julieandjomar727
      @julieandjomar727 2 года назад

      Please watch this band cover with my very own husband on vocals

    • @saurus3848
      @saurus3848 2 года назад +3

      The more things change, the more they stay the same. Still just as relevant as when it first came out, sadly.

    • @apfelprincess45
      @apfelprincess45 2 года назад +7

      Oh! We're so lucky to have had it in the 80s, happy to share it with you now tho!

    • @aladdinsane7882
      @aladdinsane7882 2 года назад +3

      @@apfelprincess45 Greatest Decade Ever.

  • @dayinthelife2136
    @dayinthelife2136 5 лет назад +31

    The vibrato is theatrical, sublime, perfect!

  • @WASHIMO-l5j
    @WASHIMO-l5j 2 года назад +6

    Styxといえばこの歌!大好きな歌

  • @andrewegan9403
    @andrewegan9403 5 лет назад +166

    I am 13 and I love these songs my dad always played them for me and I am so grateful because this and many other songs will forever be in my memory because they got me through everything literally. I wish I was alive to witness all these songs when to band was young I went to a concert and it was great but my dad said it was always better when they were younger

    • @victoriawinhumphries7161
      @victoriawinhumphries7161 5 лет назад +13

      Andrew Egan I’m also 13 and my dad always played these songs I prefer these songs over todays garbage

    • @andrewegan9403
      @andrewegan9403 5 лет назад +2

      True

    • @AdvBrewery
      @AdvBrewery 5 лет назад +3

      Cool stuff. Best music

    • @andrewegan9403
      @andrewegan9403 5 лет назад +1

      baretta369 wow

    • @XffTheGrid411
      @XffTheGrid411 5 лет назад +4

      You have a wonderful dad for sharing this type of music with you.

  • @DNAleguillou
    @DNAleguillou 4 года назад +27

    I grew up as a teen in the 80s so I'm gen x and I can't believe that it took me this long to realize Styx was among my top ten favorite bands of all times. Boy were they good! 😀

    • @williamkimmerly4012
      @williamkimmerly4012 2 года назад +1

      Great things sometimes take a while to truly appreciate

  • @Horrido413
    @Horrido413 2 года назад +4

    My generation were teens in the 80s. And this song really reflected those haapy, carefree days. Indeed, we lived in "The best of times".

  • @HiroForever
    @HiroForever 4 года назад +7

    I LOVE EVERY THING ABOUT THIS. From the pianists flamboyant hand gestures, to the leads green jumpsuit and the incredible harmony

  • @PatriciaGould-o4z
    @PatriciaGould-o4z 3 месяца назад +20

    Here in September 2024! ❤ Love Styx ❤

  • @CDV99
    @CDV99 4 месяца назад +3

    What a hauntingly amazing voice. Dennis was the goat.

  • @gerib4234
    @gerib4234 4 года назад +49

    Who else is crying to this song in October 2020?
    "The headline says these are the worst of times"

    • @bawbremy
      @bawbremy 4 года назад +6

      When Pandora’s box was opened and pestilence was set upon us, despite the ravages of fear and despair, remained the saving grace - Hope.

    • @StevenErnest
      @StevenErnest 4 года назад

      @@bawbremy Yes!

    • @54chewbacca
      @54chewbacca 4 года назад +1

      As I type

    • @iamgreyhorse
      @iamgreyhorse 4 года назад

      It's December and I'm crying !

    • @DebraKadabra
      @DebraKadabra 3 года назад +1

      Going through a rough time at present and... yeah...

  • @RondaPrice-ym4bx
    @RondaPrice-ym4bx 3 месяца назад +5

    Such great memories in the early 80s. Everything was better

  • @TunaLounge
    @TunaLounge Год назад +2

    My father always said Styx was the best rock-n-roll band Love You Dad !! Gone but not from my heart

  • @leeannprice.2318
    @leeannprice.2318 3 года назад +18

    I saw Styx when I was 17 in 1978 ..it was the best of times ❤

    • @styx9847
      @styx9847 2 года назад +1

      Hello 👋 Lee Ann price
      How're you doing.
      Thanks for this comment, I'm nothing without fans like you who appreciate my musical craftiness
      It's nice meeting you here.

    • @mickroache7530
      @mickroache7530 Год назад

      i was there as well fantastic gig

    • @mr.intensity2685
      @mr.intensity2685 Год назад

      Yet, 1978 was BEFORE The Best of Times. 🤣

  • @awetaiwan
    @awetaiwan 4 года назад +12

    "Tonight's the night we'll make history, honey, you and I
    And I'll take any risk to tie back the hands of time
    And stay with you here tonight
    I know you feel these are the worst of times
    I do believe it's true
    WHEN PEOPLE LOCK THEIR DOORS
    AND HIDE INSIDE
    Rumor has it it's the end of Paradise
    But I know, if the world just passed us by
    Baby I know,
    I wouldn't have to cry oh no..
    The best of times are when I'm alone with you
    Some rain some shine, we'll make this a world for two
    Our memories of yesterday will last a lifetime
    We'll take the best, forget the rest
    And someday we'll find these are the best of times
    These are the best of times
    The headlines read 'these are the worst of times'
    I do believe it's true
    I feel so helpless like a boat against the tide
    I wish the summer wind could bring back Paradise
    But I know, if the world turned upside down
    Baby I know, you'd always be around
    The best of times are when I'm alone with you
    Some rain some shine, we'll make this a world for two
    Our memories of yesterday will last a lifetime
    We'll take the best, forget the rest
    And someday we'll find these are the best of times
    These are the best of times
    And so my friends we'll say goodnight
    For time has claimed it's prize
    But tonight will always last
    As long as we keep alive memories of Paradise..."

    • @Willow-qk6or
      @Willow-qk6or 4 года назад

      lee stefan michael rott love these lyrics. One of the best songs of my era. Thank you for posting this

  • @drewrosecrans9728
    @drewrosecrans9728 6 месяцев назад +7

    1981 im 14 years old and i just graduated from 8th grade and this was our theme song for our class of 81 i miss this very much 💯 they were the best of times 💯💯💯💯💯 gen x baby 🎸🤘🤘🤘

  • @deltalitprof
    @deltalitprof 4 года назад +10

    Child of "Let It Be," "Maybe I'm Amazed," and "Live and Let Die." Styx could do the McCartneyesque ballad with the best of them.

  • @jodylancaster8706
    @jodylancaster8706 2 года назад +6

    I just realized how much the music of Styx defined my teens and 20's in the 70's. What an awesome time to party down.

  • @bobbytaylor2734
    @bobbytaylor2734 2 года назад +7

    Damn… back when music had meaning. Talent like no other time in history! 2:36

  • @patriciak4333
    @patriciak4333 4 месяца назад +35

    I miss those times. They really were the best

  • @jimc5847
    @jimc5847 2 года назад +21

    Best of times, the 80's were. Thanks for bringing it back.

  • @chipewwa1
    @chipewwa1 2 года назад +32

    One of the best voices ever. Absolutely effortless

  • @zipcode9
    @zipcode9 3 года назад +7

    Even though the world is in turmoil and turning upside down, this song gives me hope to face the problems of today. Saw Styxx when I was 17 and will always remember that concert. They are timeless!

  • @clewismessina6630
    @clewismessina6630 Год назад +10

    Man, this song never gets old. It just keeps on rocking and kicking tail.
    Styx rock!

  • @megga59
    @megga59 8 месяцев назад +27

    Our senior song for high school graduation 1981.

  • @dawnsteward6562
    @dawnsteward6562 4 года назад +21

    I just saw Dennis' home video of this awesome song! He's STILL got it!!! This song is special to me as it was my high school class of '81's class song and still one of my all time favorite Styx songs!

  • @amyroiko8083
    @amyroiko8083 5 месяцев назад +6

    Those were the best times of our lives. We just didn't know it back then. Love the 80s❤

  • @lowe-quay-shush
    @lowe-quay-shush 3 месяца назад +2

    I want to be in a full arena, new lighter flicking, arm jutted up in the air. Swaying in unison to this sweet song.- a tear slowly drips down one of my cheeks.....

  • @paisleyprincess7996
    @paisleyprincess7996 6 лет назад +16

    One of the very first songs MTV played in August 1981. Can you believe it’s been 37 years?! I remember listening to this song a lot the Spring and Summer of 1981...What a good time to be a kid.

  • @maribethwhiting7114
    @maribethwhiting7114 4 года назад +10

    As soon as I heard the first line I was right back in high school. So many good memories attached to this song.